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5 Retirement Savings Strategies Beyond Your 401(k) MatchFrom HSAs to backdoor Roths and even taxable brokerage accounts, there are plenty of ways to boost retirement savings once you've hit your full 401(k) match.
By Michael Pappis, CFP®
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The 7-Month Deadline That Sets Your Lifetime Medicare PremiumsUnderstanding Medicare enrollment is crucial, as missing deadlines can lead to permanent late enrollment penalties and gaps in coverage.
By Donna LeValley
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Medicare Supplement Rates: How to Save MoneyYour Medigap plan could be much cheaper with another carrier. It's easier than you might think to switch — but beware of the timing trap that can trip you up.
By Hans Scheil, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, CASL®, CLTC®
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Frustrated With Your Medicare Advantage Plan? You’re Not AloneMedicare Advantage plans scored lower in overall satisfaction among members in 2025. Eroding trust and policy confusion drove the drop in customer satisfaction.
By Donna LeValley
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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid MakingIf you don't make the right choices, you could end up with higher Medicare premiums and high out-of-pocket costs.
By Donna LeValley
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Medicare Premiums 2026: IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Parts B and DDo you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge this year? It depends.
By Donna LeValley
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4 Ways to Lower Retirement Healthcare CostsHealthcare and long-term care costs have surged in the past decade. Have you set aside enough to prepare for this rising expense? Consider these four issues.
By Chris Dixon, RFC®
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What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2026Medicare premiums for 2026, as well as the costs of Parts A, B, and D, have increased. Here's how much you'll pay in 2026.
By Donna LeValley
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2026 HSA Contribution Limits: What to Know Before the Year EndsHealth Savings The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits increased again due to inflation.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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